Immerse yourself in the timeless tragedy of love and fate with Charles Gounod's "Roméo et Juliette, Highlights." This 1961 release from BNF Collection captures the essence of Gounod's operatic masterpiece, condensing its dramatic arc into a concise 33-minute journey. The album features some of the most poignant and melodically rich moments from the full opera, showcasing Gounod's ability to blend lyrical beauty with intense emotional depth.
From the enchanting "Ballade de la reine Mab" to the heart-wrenching finale, each track is a testament to Gounod's compositional genius. The highlights include the soaring cavatine "Ah ! Lève-toi soleil" and the tender "Valse de Juliette," offering a glimpse into the passionate and tragic love story of Roméo and Juliette. The album is a perfect introduction for those new to opera or a delightful revisit for seasoned enthusiasts, encapsulating the drama, romance, and tragedy that have made this story enduringly popular.
Tracks
Roméo et Juliette, Act I: Ballade de la reine Mab. "Mab, la reine des mensonges" (Mercutio)Charles Gounod, Orchestre du Théâtre National de l'Opéra de Paris, Alberto Erede, Pierre Mollet
Roméo et Juliette, Act I: "Voyons, nourrice, on m'attend" (Juliette, Gertrude)Charles Gounod, Orchestre du Théâtre National de l'Opéra de Paris, Alberto Erede, Janine Micheau, Odette Ricquier
Roméo et Juliette, Act I: Valse de Juliette. "Je veux vivre" (Juliette)Charles Gounod, Orchestre du Théâtre National de l'Opéra de Paris, Alberto Erede, Janine Micheau
Roméo et Juliette, Act II: "L'amour ! Oui, son ardeur a troublé tout mon être !" - Cavatine. "Ah ! Lève-toi soleil" (Roméo)Charles Gounod, Orchestre du Théâtre National de l'Opéra de Paris, Alberto Erede, Raoul Jobin
Roméo et Juliette, Act III: Trio. "Dieu, qui fis l'homme à ton image" - Quatuor. "Ô pur bonheur !" (Frère Laurent, Roméo, Juliette, Gertrude)Charles Gounod, Orchestre du Théâtre National de l'Opéra de Paris, Alberto Erede, Heinz Rehfuss, Raoul Jobin, Janine Micheau, Odette Ricquier
Roméo et Juliette, Act IV: "Va ! Je t'ai pardonné" - Duo. "Nuit d'hyménée !" (Juliette, Roméo)Charles Gounod, Orchestre du Théâtre National de l'Opéra de Paris, Alberto Erede, Janine Micheau, Raoul Jobin
Roméo et Juliette, Act V: Scéne. "C'est là ! Salut ! Tombeau" (Roméo)Charles Gounod, Orchestre du Théâtre National de l'Opéra de Paris, Alberto Erede, Raoul Jobin
Roméo et Juliette, Act V: Finale. "Console-toi, pauvre âme" (Roméo, Juliette)Charles Gounod, Orchestre du Théâtre National de l'Opéra de Paris, Alberto Erede, Raoul Jobin, Janine Micheau
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